The tagline of the independent Ombudsman Office is “fairness for all”. It is the official entity that handles complaints about and investigates state sector agencies, administers the Official Information Act and protects citizens’ rights through activities like monitoring prisons and implementing the UN disabilities convention.

Aimee Bryant is a principal advisor to the Chief Ombudsman and she will discuss her office’s role in ensuring fairness, transparency and the fundamental right of citizens to access government information. She will cover topical issues plus trends she has seen on these fronts during her five years in the office. And how best to get information from perhaps reluctant officials. With local body elections this year and central government in 2020, it’s a good time to be informed about how to get official information…

Monday, May 20, 6 to 7:30 PM, The Rees Hotel Queenstown conference room, $5 koha at door. Registration is required as seating will be limited, with tickets available from April 20th. Please bring your tickets (printed, emailed or Eventbrite app).